Adult Tailored Learning Offer

Course Information - Introduction to Equality & Inclusion in Childcare

If you are a Hampshire resident age 19+ then Hampshire Achieves can offer you a short, online courses, completely free of charge. This course will provide you with the basic knowledge about equality and inclusion to prepare you for employment or volunteering in early years education, youth work or schools. The course will include:

• The SEND Code of Practice and what this means for childcare and schools
• The difference between a medical and social models of (dis)ability
• Support available to children and young people with SEND, specific learning difficulties and from lower income families
• Cultural awareness when working with children, young people and families
• Confidence to challenge unconscious bias, presumptions and inequality.

Commitment

•  You will attend at least two tutor-led online group sessions
• You will be given additional learning to carry out at home, in your own time, to extend your knowledge and understanding
• You will have the chance to explore progression opportunities and further learning

Eligibility & Contact Details

 There are no formal entry requirements, although you will require access to a device with a microphone and camera to participate in this course. 

This course is FREE OF CHARGE and funded by the UK Government for eligible adults living in Hampshire aged 19+. If you are unsure if you are eligible for this course, please contact our team at adult.learning@hants.gov.uk, or see our website at: Hampshire Adult Tailored Learning | Hampshire County Council (hants.gov.uk).

How to Apply

It’s simple! Just complete our online application form using this link Hampshire Achieves Adult Tailored Learning Application Form, or contact our team if you would like more details about this FREE course.